1996 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1996 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Thunderbird | Cougar |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |